VU

Agarista duckei

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Agarista duckei faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce available forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced changes in precipitation patterns.

Threat summary

Habitat

This shrub species inhabits humid lowland and montane forests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in understory environments with well-drained soils. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest formations at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 1,000 meters.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Agarista duckei classified as Vulnerable?
Agarista duckei is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Agarista duckei faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce available forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced changes in precipitation patterns.
Where does Agarista duckei live?
Agarista duckei occurs in Venezuela. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Agarista duckei?
The main threats to Agarista duckei are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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